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Atlético Madrid sealed a 7-4 aggregate win over Club Brugge with a dominant 4-1 second-leg victory, thanks to Sørloth's goals in the 23rd, 76th, and 87th minutes plus Johnny Cardoso's long-range strike. New signing Ademola Lookman, on after 70 minutes, assisted Sørloth's second goal and drew praise from coach Diego Simeone, who said he should have started. The €35 million January arrival from Atalanta has four goals and three assists in seven games, earning him 'new hero' status. Atlético now await Liverpool or Tottenham in the round of 16.

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Alexander Sørloth's hat-trick lit up the Wanda Metropolitano as Atlético Madrid turned a tense tie into a rout. Sub Ademola Lookman stole hearts with his instant magic off the bench.

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The 24-year-old Dutch center-back, signed for £40 million from Wolfsburg in 2023, stands out for his pace and composure despite Tottenham's woes—sitting 16th with 29 points from 26 games, winless in domestic play this year. Manchester United lead the chase for him as a backline upgrade, with Liverpool eyeing a successor to Virgil van Dijk and Real Madrid monitoring closely. Reports say he's expected to leave in summer 2025, contract talks frozen until season's end, as Spurs fear a firesale if relegated.

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Tottenham's speedy defender Micky van de Ven has caught the eye of Europe's elite clubs, just as his team battles to stay in the Premier League. Fans are buzzing over whether he'll jump ship this summer.

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In 2025, China's solar generation exceeded 1,000 TWh so far, with the first half alone producing 559 TWh, a 43% increase from 2024 and surpassing hydropower for the first time. Solar capacity reached 1.08 terawatts by June, up 57% year-over-year, contributing to renewables supplying one-third of the nation's electricity. This growth outpaced demand, reducing CO2 emissions by 1% in the first half despite rising AI and EV needs, as China added 212 GW of solar capacity mid-year.

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China's solar power has surged past 1,000 terawatt-hours this year, matching the electricity from 150 to 160 nuclear reactors over nearly 10 months.

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Mubadala Investment Company increased its shares in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust by nearly 46% in Q4 2025, adding 4 million shares to reach 12.7 million worth $631 million. Al Warda Investments held 8.2 million shares valued at $408 million, pushing the two funds' total over $1 billion. These U.S. regulatory filings signal growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin as a portfolio staple, even with recent ETF outflows that represent under 0.25% of assets and year-to-date net inflows.

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Abu Dhabi investors quietly ramped up their Bitcoin bets late last year, crossing a $1 billion milestone amid market dips.

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Multiple reports citing La_SER state that Real Madrid is making preparations to launch a bid for Vitinha from Paris Saint-Germain. Vitinha reportedly has an agreement with PSG allowing him to depart upon receipt of an offer around €100 million.

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During Monday Night Football on February 23, Carragher ranked the top 10 Premier League goalkeepers, placing Petr Cech first, Peter Schmeichel second, and van der Sar sixth. The former Manchester United keeper pushed back playfully, highlighting his success while stressing that elite goalkeepers like Arsenal's David Raya and Manchester City's Gianluigi Donnarumma are key to the current title race. Fans enjoyed the exchange, with some rival lists putting van der Sar even higher.

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Edwin van der Sar grinned and fired a quick shot at Jamie Carragher on Sky Sports: 'How many did you win, Jamie?' It was a cheeky reminder of his four Premier League titles to Carragher's none.

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Starting Thursday, Carney will visit Mumbai, New Delhi, Sydney, Canberra, and Tokyo with ministers and premiers to boost trade, energy, tech, AI, and defence amid U.S. tariffs. Edmonton MP Matt Jeneroux, who switched from Conservatives to Liberals last week, joins as a special advisor, prompting outrage from critics like James Bezan who call it 'payback' and a taxpayer perk for a 'traitor.' Carney's office frames the mission as a plan to double non-U.S. exports over the next decade, while Conservatives accuse him of neglecting U.S. trade deals.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney heads out on a nine-day trip to strengthen ties with India, Australia, and Japan, but the invite for a recent Conservative defector has Conservatives fuming.

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Alexis Mac Allister blasted in a 90+7th-minute winner to give Liverpool three vital points despite a sloppy performance, their worst first half of the season according to Carragher. Jones topped the stats for errors leading to shots with three, suffered five dispossessions, and earned a 6.6 WhoScored rating as Forest pressed relentlessly. The homegrown midfielder, goalless in 31 league games this term, faces calls for a sale amid past Inter Milan interest, though some fans urge playing him deeper for better results. Liverpool hold sixth after 27 games, still hunting a top-four spot.

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Liverpool snatched a gritty 1-0 victory at Nottingham Forest on Sunday, but Curtis Jones' shaky display drew sharp criticism from Jamie Carragher and frustrated fans.

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Some Black users expressed discomfort with Black people rooting for Argentina in the World Cup due to Lionel Messi's influence despite Argentina's history of racism. Defenders highlighted hypocrisy in supporting nations like Portugal, France, and England with their own problematic pasts. The discussion escalated into Messi vs. Ronaldo debates and dismissals of racism claims as excuses for hating Messi.

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Matheus Cunha, Wolverhampton Wanderers forward, engaged in a heated on-pitch confrontation with James Garner, a former Manchester United midfielder playing at right-back, during the match. Cunha later commented that Garner always behaves aggressively against Manchester United, his former club, and that he gave him a 'taste of his own medicine.' Manchester United secured the victory.

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Forest sit 17th with 27 points from 26 games in the 2025-26 season, facing a potential summer clearout if relegated. United have joined interest in England international Gibbs-White, a versatile attacker on £150,000 a week with a release clause until 2028, while also targeting midfielder Anderson—who City and Chelsea watch as a possible Bernardo Silva successor. United's pursuit hinges on offloading high earners like Casemiro, Sancho, and Rashford under a new wage structure, with Champions League qualification key to funding moves. Fans see Gibbs-White as a potential Bruno Fernandes heir, though City supporters remain skeptical.

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Nottingham Forest cling to Premier League survival, just four points above the drop. That precarious spot has big clubs like Manchester United and City eyeing their stars Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson.

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Edo State authorities demolished a structure in Amagba, arresting two suspected Aye confraternity members while declaring four others wanted; they also sealed a property owned by fugitive Maphite financier Etiosa Akhiombare Joshua. This follows Governor Monday Okpebholo's January 2025 law, which mandates property demolition for knowingly harboring cultists and carries severe penalties like death for cult killings. Spokesperson Eribo Enwanta says the moves aim to stop cult violence that has cost Edo over $1 billion yearly, with residents divided—some praising reduced murders, others questioning if it oversteps on due process.

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Excavators rolled in amid crowds in Amagba, tearing down a building where suspected Aye cult members had holed up. It's part of a bold push to end years of score-settling violence gripping Benin City.

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No. 17 St. John's rallied from the chaos to beat Providence 79-69 on the road, extending their win streak to 11 behind Dylan Darling's 23 bench points. The incident led to seven ejections, including Powell, who received a two-game Big East suspension for combative actions after hitting Hopkins—a former Friar—in the head or neck area. Providence coach Kim English called it unacceptable while noting hard fouls have a place, as St. John's improved to 20-5 overall and 13-1 in conference.

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Bryce Hopkins drove to the basket when Providence's Duncan Powell leveled him with a hard Flagrant 2 foul, sparking a wild scrum that cleared both benches.

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Forest sit 17th with 27 points from 26 games in the 2025-26 season, facing a potential summer clearout if relegated. United have joined interest in England international Gibbs-White, a versatile attacker on £150,000 a week with a release clause until 2028, while also targeting midfielder Anderson—who City and Chelsea watch as a possible Bernardo Silva successor. United's pursuit hinges on offloading high earners like Casemiro, Sancho, and Rashford under a new wage structure, with Champions League qualification key to funding moves. Fans see Gibbs-White as a potential Bruno Fernandes heir, though City supporters remain skeptical.

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Nottingham Forest cling to Premier League survival, just four points above the drop. That precarious spot has big clubs like Manchester United and City eyeing their stars Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson.

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Borussia Dortmund secured a 2-0 win over Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League knockout play-offs first leg on February 17, with Guirassy scoring early and Maximilian Beier heading in before halftime. Guirassy, who leads UCL goal contributions with 24 since last season, earned Man of the Match. Across Europe, Galatasaray stunned Juventus 5-2 thanks to Victor Osimhen's pressing, Bodo/Glimt beat Inter Milan 3-1 in a fairy-tale run, and Newcastle thrashed Qarabag 6-1, while favorites like Real Madrid and PSG advanced narrowly. Second legs next week promise more knockout drama.

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Signal Iduna Park erupted just three minutes in as Serhou Guirassy tapped home after Atalanta's defensive slip-up, setting the tone for Dortmund's strong night.

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In June 2025, Riley Tyrel Carter, once Aberdeen City Councilor for Ward 5, was found guilty on eight felony counts including child rape and incest for abusing his stepdaughter starting when she was 11. Judge Katherine L. Svoboda sentenced him on July 11 to at least 46.5 years in prison, citing overwhelming evidence and calling him a community danger. The victim's mother described the crimes as a wound 'carved through the bones of my family,' while the girl wanted him 'gone forever.' Recent online talk highlights the irony of his public anti-predator stance amid his conviction.

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A former city councilor who wore a 'Make Pedophiles Afraid Again' hat shocked many after a jury convicted him of repeatedly abusing his young stepdaughter.

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The 23-year-old winger, signed from Chelsea for £48.5 million last summer, faced a fan petition with over 4,000 signatures urging the club to scrap the deal. After modest early returns of two goals in 17 Premier League games, his Champions League form exploded with three goals in four matches, adding pace and threat alongside Bukayo Saka. Fans now hail his fit in Mikel Arteta's system as Arsenal top the Premier League by seven points, though rivals mock bold claims putting him ahead of legends like Riyad Mahrez.

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Noni Madueke slotted home Arsenal's opener against Wigan just 11 minutes in, his third goal in six games capping a stunning turnaround from early fan backlash.

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Crystal Palace beat bottom-of-the-table Wolves 1-0 at Selhurst Park, thanks to Guessand's 90th-minute strike after Wolves midfielder Ladislav Krejčí received a second yellow for kicking the ball away to delay restart. Wolves had dominated early, missing a first-half penalty saved by Dean Henderson, but the red card around the 61st minute forced them into desperate defense. The narrow victory marked Palace's first home win since November, easing pressure on manager Oliver Glasner, while Wolves boss Rob Edwards called the decision a costly blow. Fans fiercely debated the referee's call, with Wolves supporters citing inconsistent rulings elsewhere.

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With Wolves down to 10 men after a controversial red card, Crystal Palace fans held their breath through nine minutes of stoppage time—until Evann Guessand fired home the winner at the near post.

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Femi Dapson, an internet personality, and Simi Sanya exchanged vows in a private registry ceremony attended by close family and friends.

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On February 14, militants from the al-Qaeda-linked JNIM group attacked Titao in northern Burkina Faso, killing seven male tomato traders from a group of 18 Ghanaians and injuring four others. The victims' bodies were buried locally after decomposing in the heat, with DNA samples taken for identification, while survivors received a military escort to safety. Vice President Bawumia offered condolences and called for better regional intelligence, as Ghana holds a security summit amid concerns over jihadist spillover threatening vital cross-border trade routes.

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Seven Ghanaian men traveling for cheaper tomatoes met a tragic end when jihadists stormed their town, separating men and women before opening fire.

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Chelsea supporters expressed frustration over former manager Enzo Maresca's decisions to bench midfielder Andrey Santos despite his fitness and deploy right-back Malo Gusto in midfield. Discussions highlighted Santos' strong recent performances alongside Moisés Caicedo, which reduced Caicedo's workload and provided team balance. Fans also criticized tactical choices such as the lineup against Atalanta and underutilization of players like Nkunku and Palmer.

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The city, home to 130,000 Muslims or 17% of its residents, spent €100,000 on the third-year display in the Freßgass zone to honor community contributions and promote inclusion, as officials like Hilime Arslaner described it a model for diverse societies. Videos of cheering crowds spread widely, with Muslim voices sharing prayers on patience and unity, but critics like Tommy Robinson called for 'remigration' and Rod Dreher decried it as 'civilizational erasure' coinciding with Christian Lent. Similar lights appear in other German cities, highlighting ongoing discussions on multiculturalism and heritage.

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On February 18, Frankfurt switched on crescent moons and lanterns for Ramadan, right as Ash Wednesday began Lent—drawing crowds of 400 to celebrate while igniting online divides over cultural visibility.

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula barred ODM lawmaker Anthony Kibagendi from parliamentary activities after his Citizen TV interview accusing Parliament of being auctioned to the executive and criticizing protest handling. Wetang'ula expressed shock during a heated session, ruling Kibagendi out until he submits a proper apology. Opposition figures like Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino condemned the move as shrinking democratic space, while supporters argued it protected the institution's dignity amid rising political tensions.

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Anthony Kibagendi called Parliament an 'appendage of State House' on live TV. Moments later, Speaker Wetang'ula suspended him indefinitely from the House.

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The quote, referencing Nicolás Otamendi's tattoo flex during Benfica's Champions League loss to Real Madrid, spread rapidly online but lacks any video, audio, or confirmation from Fernández's verified accounts. Searches of news outlets and his social media found no trace, with many labeling it fake news designed for clicks. Reactions divided along Argentina-Brazil lines, while Chelsea fans defended their vice-captain, noting his rumored interest in Madrid makes the jab unlikely. The incident highlights how unverified claims fuel football's club and national tensions.

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A supposed Instagram post from Chelsea's Enzo Fernández mocked Vinícius Júnior's lack of a World Cup, but skeptics quickly called it out as fabricated amid heated football rivalries.

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Atlético Madrid took a quick 2-0 advantage through Pablo Javier Álvarez in the 8th minute and Ademola Lookman's first Champions League goal for the club at 45+4. Brugge fought back with Onyedika's strike in the 51st, Nicolò Tresoldi's equalizer soon after, an own goal off Marcos Llorente's cross, and Christos Tzolis' late tap-in at 89 minutes. Lookman, fresh from Atalanta, notched three goals and two assists in five games, while Onyedika added a goal and assist for the Nigerian duo shining bright. The result leaves Atlético's defense vulnerable ahead of next week's second leg in Madrid.

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Atlético surged to a 2-0 lead, only for Brugge to storm back in a second-half frenzy that ended all square. Ademola Lookman's debut goal and Raphael Onyedika's midfield mastery turned the night electric.

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A post by Obuasi John WICK on X featuring a highlight video of Lionel Messi's extraordinary pass went viral, receiving significant attention and praise. The video showcases Messi's assist to Molina during the World Cup match against the Netherlands. Users commended the pass's precision, vision, and difficulty in tight spaces.

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The star midfielder tore his left hamstring semitendinosus muscle early in a La Liga game against Rayo Vallecano on February 1, initially eyeing a four-week return but facing possible delays. On Monday at Valdebebas, he joined Éder Militão for ball work and recovery drills, while the session included gym strength, rondos, possession, speed work, and small-sided games for others like Dean Huijsen and Dani Ceballos. This progress offers hope for Carlo Ancelotti's injury-hit squad, who top La Liga and hold a 1-0 lead ahead of Wednesday's Champions League playoff second leg against Benfica.

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Jude Bellingham zipped around cones in his purple kit, tapping the ball with sharp precision—a bright moment for Real Madrid fans amid injury struggles.

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Bukayo Saka opened the scoring early with a header from Martinelli's lay-off, and Piero Hincapie made it 2-0 soon after halftime, but Hugo Bueno pulled one back and debutant Tom Edozie leveled in the 90+4th minute via Riccardo Calafiori's own goal. Martinelli assisted the opener and had chances, yet drew ire for heavy touches, poor passes, and no further impact, with fans calling his play stagnant and lacking killer instinct. The draw cuts Arsenal's lead over Manchester City to five points ahead of the North London derby, as Declan Rice showed his fury by ripping off his shirt at full time.

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Arsenal raced to a 2-0 lead at Molineux, only for a second-half meltdown to hand Wolves a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time. Fans turned their frustration squarely on Gabriel Martinelli's shaky display.

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Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois hit out at Jose Mourinho for defending Prestianni and blaming Vinicius' celebration, insisting no excuse justifies racism and affirming he believes Vinicius heard the slur clearly. UEFA banned Prestianni provisionally for tonight's Bernabeu second leg, where Madrid hold a 1-0 lead and aim to advance. Benfica's president backs his player, while teammate Dodi Lukebakio said he'd reject any proven racism, as tensions simmer ahead of the decisive match.

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Vinicius Junior's goal celebration last week turned ugly when Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni allegedly called him a racist slur, halting play for nearly 10 minutes as teammates rallied behind him.

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During Thursday's session at Groupama OL Training Center, Real Madrid loanee Endrick from Brazil stationed himself by the fence, phone out to check times and jokingly demand payments from late arrivals like Rayan Cherki. Lyon’s official videos captured his cheeky French banter, with captions like 'Pay up, no excuses,' as teammates laughed and jogged in. Fans praised the lighthearted leadership from the Palmeiras product, who's scoring goals on his six-month Lyon loan since December 2025 and settling in with humor ahead of Brazil's World Cup hopes.

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Picture a grinning 19-year-old striker, gloves on, water bottle in hand, collecting €100 fines from tardy teammates at Lyon's training ground. Endrick turned punctuality patrol into pure fun.

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Jens Petter Hauge scored in the 58th minute, with Hakon Evjen adding a second late on, as Bodø/Glimt held off Inter's pressure for a 5-2 aggregate win—their first-ever Champions League round-of-16 appearance. This caps a flawless 2026 run of four UCL victories, including triumphs over Manchester City and Atlético Madrid, despite playing in a tiny 8,000-seat stadium amid Norway's winter freeze. The club celebrated wildly with 'VI KLARTE DET!!!'—'We did it!!!'—as fans hail their fairytale journey, now eyeing a potential rematch with City.

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In the roaring San Siro, underdogs from a Norwegian town of 55,000 people toppled Serie A leaders Inter Milan 2-1, securing their historic knockout spot.

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Gunmen attacked Otobi community in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, killing at least five people including former PDP House of Assembly candidate Igbabe Ochi and Pastor Mrs. Menu Ojiji. Several residents are missing following the sporadic shooting that forced families to flee. The incident follows previous attacks on the community and a foiled kidnapping attempt.

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Villarreal came from behind to beat Valencia 2-1 in the Derbi de la Comunitat Valenciana at Estadio de la Cerámica, staying third in LaLiga with 51 points from 25 games. Valencia scored first via Largie Ramazani's penalty in the 27th minute, but Comesaña equalized four minutes later and Pape Gueye converted a halftime spot-kick to secure the lead. Despite Valencia's 57% possession, Villarreal held firm, outshooting them 12-8, boosting their Champions League push while deepening Valencia's mid-table struggles.

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Villarreal's captain Santi Comesaña rifled home the equalizer, sparking wild celebrations that turned the tide in this heated local rivalry.

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